Figures FAQ V2

This was written after noticing how many people posted into the message boards andanswers sections asking many similar questions about figures. I took it upon myself(with the help of some other users) to create this faq and hopefully inform peopleabout these figures. For whatever reason, Gamefaqs is not putting up the FAQ I made, so its going to have to be here that I put it. Thanks again for all those who helped with this. Please do not post until I have reached the end (which is where I will say "END POST")

So without further ado, here is the FAQ

***ACTUAL FIGURE DIFFERENCES***

Series 1 Figures*Work with Spyro's Adventure, along with this game*Come in package with a blue motif, no mini logo*Have a Green Base

Series 2 Figures*Work with Spyro's Adventure, along with this game*Gain a unique Wow Pow upgrade.*Able to switch and retain upgrade paths without being reset *Unlock their own unique challenge*Come in package with an orange motif, with a mini Series 2 Trigger Happy logo*Have an Orange Base

New Non-Giant Figures*Unlock their own unique challenge*Come in package with an orange motif, no mini logo*Have an Orange Base

Giant Figures*Are larger than other skylanders*Able to do Giant specific actions (move large boulders, pull islands, etc.)*Unlock their own unique challenge*Certain parts will glow on newer portals (Ex. eyes, back, etc)*Come in package with an orange motif, with a mini Tree Rex/Trigger Happy logo*Have an Orange Base

Lightcore Figures*Work with Spyro's Adventure, along with this game (Drobot, Eruptor, Hex, and Prism Break only)*Unlock their own unique challenge*Certain parts will glow on newer portals (Ex. eyes, back, etc)*Have an explosion attack when initially placed on the Portal in story mode.*Come in package with an orange motif, with a mini Lightcore Prism Break logo*Have an Orange Base

Variant Figures*Are renamed/recolored version of previous Skylanders (Dark Spyro, Punch Pop Fizz, etc.) that have their ingame traits based on their sculpt/original packaging*Unique stats different from original character*Have different ingame palette*Package will vary based on sculpt of figure, reflecting the type of figure they are (Series 1 packaging, Giant Packaging, etc) and will have their unique name on the packaging*Have a Base Color based on sculpt

Legendary Figures*Are renamed Blue and Gold version of previous Skylanders (Legendary Spyro, Legendary Bash, etc.) that have their ingame traits based on their sculpt/original packaging*Work with Spyro's Adventure, along with this game (Series 1 only)*Improved stats of original character*Package will vary based on sculpt of figure, reflecting the type of figure they are (Series 1 packaging, Giant Packaging, etc) and will have their unique name on the packaging*Have a Base Color based on sculpt

Limited Edition/Chase Figures)*Are solid recolored version of previous Skylanders (Silver Spyro, Blue Bash, etc.) that have their ingame traits based on their sculpt/original packaging*May Start at level 5 with 2100 gold*Package will vary based on sculpt of figure, reflecting the type of figure they are (Series 1 packaging, Giant Packaging, etc) and will have their unique name on the packaging.*Have a Base Color based on sculpt---I still think Pac-Man was the best game and had the best storyline... EVER!!! 'nuff said.

Sidekicks-Are smaller than other skylanders-Do not have ingame stats-Work in similar fashion as other items (See Items Info)-Have a Base Color based on release date

Adventure Packs-Unlock Unique Stage to play in Story Mode (I.E. Pirate Seas, Darklight Crypt)-Unlock Figure themed Vs level-Work with Spyro's Adventure, along with this game-Come in package with a blue motif, no mini logo-Come with two additional items -Work in similar fashion as other items (See Items Info)-Have a Green Base

Battle Packs-Unlock Figure themed Vs level-Come in package with an orange motif-Work in similar fashion as other items (See Items Info)-Have an Orange Base

Timed means the item only lasts for a limited timeContinuous means the item is constantly "on" until you take it off the portal

Pirate Seas items:*Ghost Pirate Swords: Timed - Spectral swords follow you around and seek out nearby enemies and swing fast and repeatedly to deal damage in small amounts, sometimes with critical hits. Effective when being mobbed, but the timer isn't long enough to abuse too much.*Hidden Treasure: Continuous - Spawns a treasure chest that appears randomly in a few select areas. A "radar" of sorts will appear on your screen and lights up when you get closer to the chest. Chest is usually only usable once per area, but some cutscenes and dialogue with NPC's will also reset the chest so it can be collected again.*Ghost Pirate Ship: Cannonballs rain on the field and deal max damage to everything on screen. Can only be used once per stage.

Darklight Crypt items:*Time-Twist Hourglass: Timed - Slows down enemy gameplay for a short period of time. Most useful during heroic challenges since it also slows down the timer in said challenges.*Healing Elixer: Timed - Operates the same as the battle mode version, but longer duration. Can fully heal your Skylander(s) and then some, so be sure to take it off the portal before you waste the timer when your HP is full!*Darklight Crypt: Spirits/Skulls(?) rain on the field and deal max damage to everything on screen. Can only be used once per stage.

Empire of Ice items:*Sky Iron Shield: Timed - shields will rotate around your enemies and block most attacks. My best guess is that this items maxes out your armor rating beyond what you could normally get with heroic challenges. You can still take damage, but it is somewhat rare while this is active.*Anvil Rain: Timed - Anvils fall from the sky constantly. Each will deal decent damage (15 IIRC) and can get critical hits. The anvils are NOT random... they will typically fall on enemies on screen without fail. Anvils can hit your character, but they will not damage you. You will get knocked back though, so be careful. On the Wii version, this item can be used to clear Double Trouble's heroic challenge "You Break It, You Buy It!" VERY easily because the anvils will only target enemies - not the vases or paintings.*Empire of Ice: Icicles rain on the field and deal max damage to everything on screen. Can only be used once per stage.

Dragon's Peak items:*Sparx the Dragonfly: Timed - Sparx will follow you around like a familar and shoot volleys of bullets at your enemies. If he defeats them with his shots, a butterfly may appear. Sparx will eat these butterflys and fly back to you, healing you for 10 HP each time. *Winged Boots: Timed - Your character's speed is maxed out beyond what is normal with heroic challenges for a limited time. Great for speeding through traps that would otherwise catch/hit you.*Dragon's Peak: Fireballs rain on the field and deal max damage to everything on screen. Can only be used once per stage.

Skylanders Sidekicks:

*Trigger Snappy / Whisper Elf / Terrabyte / Gill Runt: Continuous - Follows you around, but does nothing. Can get in the way of your shots.

Note: damage dealing items (except level pieces) can get elemental damage bonuses if your Skylander is getting one from an elemental zone.---I still think Pac-Man was the best game and had the best storyline... EVER!!! 'nuff said.

How do I know which category my figure is in?There are many ways to figure this out. see the other categories If a figure you own islisted within one of the categories I have, and all the attributes match a certaincategory, then that is most likely your figure type. It's safe to assume that mostfigures with a green base are Series 1 (S1), while an orange base is for newerfigures. The pose for the figure is a dead giveaway as well.

Will my figure work between platforms?Yes, all figures are cross platform. For example, a figure used on the Xbox 360 willwork on the Wii and vice versa

What figures should I buy?To complete the game, you will need at least 8 Skylanders (one of each element) & at least one Giant and one that's not (Series 1, 2, New Non Giants, etc.)

What portals work on my console?If you own an Xbox 360, only Xbox portals will work. If you own a PS3, Wii, or 3DS,then they are interchangeable with each other.

Why doesn't my figure work on the portal?Either your figure or the portal is malfunctioning. If it is the figure, you can exchange it in the store you purchased it from for another. If it's the portal, or you have waited too long to exchange instore, go to activisions support website. http://support.activision.com/pkb_Home?clickedOn=Skylanders

Why doesn't my figure glow?Some older Xbox Portals seem to not be equipped with the technology that reads theglow on newer figures. You may need to try a new portal. The figure may also be defective. Either way, see if Activision can help. Again, go to Activision's supportwebsite: http://support.activision.com/pkb_Home?clickedOn=Skylanders

When will a character be released/restocked?I do not know, as releases and restocks seem to happen sporadically/randomly overtime and there is little to no info released by Activision or Toys For Bob.

Where can I buy figures listed here?All figures should be available on websites of online retailers. All nonvariant/limited figures should appear over time in retailers as long as demand forSkylanders continues to be strong.

Does my figure work on Spyro's adventure?If the figure is in the list of original characters for the game, or it's mentionedto work in the actual differences section, then yes

What Characters were not reposed for Skylanders Giants?Boomer, Voodood, Dino-Rang, Wham-Shell, Camo, Warnado, Sunburn and Ghost Roaster.One of each element.

Which Characters are better in this game?See Ross Macdaddy's Character ratings topic on the wii boards for each game'sspecific character rankings. I will not talk about that here.

How do I know if my figure is a fake?On regular figures, if it works in the game and retains all it's upgrades and stats,then it is most likely real. Variants need to work in the game, retain their statsand upgrades, and will have a different colored palette ingame as well. Onlimited/chase figures, you would need an expert on the matter, so it's best to just buy them sealed/brand new.

Why haven't you listed Blue/Purple/Red Lips Chill as a variant?Because this seems to have been an unintended release that does not change the wayshe acts ingame at all. They were painted based on the character model artist werecurrently working with. Again they are NOT official variants/limited edition figures

Why did you leave out other things?Either they didn't apply to this FAQ, or I simply forgot. PM me or post in thetopic if it's the latter.---I still think Pac-Man was the best game and had the best storyline... EVER!!! 'nuff said.

*GameFAQs For creating a website that I have used and enjoyed for years.*Activision & Toys for Bob, for making this game.*Skylanders.com & Skylanders Universe for info on the figures.*User Ross MacDaddy For Item Info and Character ratings topic*All the members of the Gamefaqs Skylanders Message Boards for their discussions(especially those whom posted within my original topic)*and all who have read this FAQ

Thanks again, I hope you enjoy this, and END POST!

P.S. Apparently, I had to add a "-" at the end of Sprocket's name because without that, her name was seen as profanity... I am not even sure why :/...

What's even weirder is that I could not post this until Trigger Happy was the 3rd Tech member. I will try to resend this as an official FAQ once I fix those glitches in Version 3---I still think Pac-Man was the best game and had the best storyline... EVER!!! 'nuff said.

Oh yeah, and if there is anything you thing I should add, if there are any errors in this, or there are any questions you want to ask about figures, please feel free to comment here, and I will do my best to respond. Others can answer questions asked as well.

and thanks again for viewing/using this guide.---I still think Pac-Man was the best game and had the best storyline... EVER!!! 'nuff said.

Is the new Spyro out yet or no? I actually have been holding off on really playing though the game until I get him and have yet to see him anywhere I go currently. If he's not, is he at least due out soon?---The Jess Margera Rock Radio Show7PM-8PM EST every Wednesday night on PoochFM.com

Is the new Spyro out yet or no? I actually have been holding off on really playing though the game until I get him and have yet to see him anywhere I go currently. If he's not, is he at least due out soon?

Sorry, but as of right now, he is not out yet. Also, release information for the new waves are not available. Rumor has it that sometime next week we will have more info on what is going to be released in the next wave (or have the release just come out unannounced).

The only S2 figures NOT released (as of this post date) are the following: